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The Shepherd Of Hermas

The Shepherd Of Hermas

Lake, Kirsopp

Paperback

Secret SocietiesBible StudiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1425462308
ISBN13: 9781425462307
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 312
Weight: 1.55
Height: 0.65 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Shepherd of Hermas is a religious text believed to have been written in the 2nd century AD. The book is named after its main character, Hermas, who is visited by an angel who appears to him in the form of a shepherd. The angel gives Hermas a series of visions and parables that teach him about Christian morality and the importance of repentance.The book is divided into three parts: the Visions, the Commands, and the Similitudes. In the Visions, Hermas is shown various scenes that represent the state of the Church and the fate of sinners. In the Commands, the angel gives Hermas a series of moral teachings and practical advice on how to live a righteous life. In the Similitudes, the angel uses parables to illustrate the importance of forgiveness, humility, and the love of God.The Shepherd of Hermas is considered an important early Christian text, and it was widely read and studied in the early Church. The book is notable for its vivid imagery and its emphasis on the importance of personal repentance and spiritual growth. This edition of the text is translated by Kirsopp Lake, a renowned scholar of early Christianity.THIS 312 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Apostolic Fathers V2, by Kirsopp Lake. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172309.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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